Motorcyclist dies in North Las Vegas

A motorcyclist died Saturday when he struck the rear of a parked semi-trailer on Donovan Way in North Las Vegas.

The motorcyclist was riding a 2011 Victory motorcycle heading south in the 4100 block of Donovan when he crashed into the semi-trailer, according to the North Las Vegas Police Department.

The man was wearing a helmet, but speed is believed to have been a factor in the crash, police reported.

He was identified by the Clark County coroner’s office Monday as 51-year-old Timothy Howard of Las Vegas.

Anyone with information can call North Las Vegas police at 702-633-9111. To remain anonymous call 702-385-5555 or visit www.crimestoppersofnv.com.

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